Flock of Cranes

About this book

Grab your spyglasses and discover two flocks of cranes in this heartwarming tale of two children enchanted by their view outside their bedroom window.Find all the different cranes that make up this unusual flock.Includes directions to fold your own origami crane!Targeted for children ages 6 and 7, This is a heartwarming tale of two children enchanted by cranes.From writer Kelley M Likes and illustrator Ninnani comes a beautifully illustrated, unique concept book all about cranes.Kids ages: 6 and 7 Grade Level: 1stEarly ReaderLexile Level 360LFree Lesson Plans & Storytime Videos at www.likespublishing.comABOUT THE AUTHORKelley M Likes is an award-winning children's author, publisher, and former T6 Certified educator who creates stories that inspire curiosity and kindness, build confidence, creativity, and resilience. Her books range from humorous picture books and beginning readers to social-emotional learning stories that help children navigate real-life challenges.Drawing on her background in business, education, and educational technology, Kelley creates engaging books for children of all ages, from beginning readers and humorous adventures to social-emotional learning stories and imaginative picture books.Her growing catalog includes titles such as Panic and the Happy Thought, The Pumpkin Who Stayed for Christmas, Quest for the Momma Violin, Snout, Ben Wise and the Purple Dragon, and the Mat early reader series.As founder of Likes Publishing, Kelley is dedicated to producing high-quality books that inspire a lifelong love of reading while helping children navigate friendship, emotions, creativity, and personal growth.A mini-stroke survivor, brain tumor host, and lifelong storyteller, Kelley believes books can help children see the world, and themselves, in new ways. When she's not writing, Kelley enjoys encouraging young writers, speaking to students about the publishing process, and helping aspiring authors bring their own stories to life.EDUCATION: Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Media and Technology Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Business Education Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Marketing and ManagementMEMBER: SCBWI Storyteller Academy The Authors Guild IBPA Independent Book Publishers Association Book an Author Alliance of Independent AuthorsAUTHOR VISITSI offer a full day of age-specific presentations for grades 1st to 12th, focused on what it means to be an author & publisher and creating stories.Visits can include: Lunch with students, book signings, contest judging, classroom drop-ins, and individual classroom presentations and discussions.In addition, free lesson plans with projects to extend the visit are included.ABOUT THE ILLUSTRATORNinnani has been an artist, writing and drawing for as long as they can remember. Still a teenager, they found in writing and drawing a way to find themselves in the world to deal with adversity and prejudice. They started their artistic studies very young at the age of 11.